Arkansas–Fort Smith rallied from a two-set deficit to beat East Central in five sets Tuesday. Mayli Whetter recorded a season-high 54 assists, while Lydia Pitts led the Lions with 18 kills.

By the Numbers
  • Final score: 24-26, 25-27, 25-19, 27-25, 15-11.
  • UAFS hit .216 to East Central’s .143 and held a 9-4 edge in blocks.
  • Pitts had 18 kills; Breanna Smith and Aspen Olson added 17 apiece.
  • Ella Shelby led UAFS with 28 digs; Olson hit .469 and recorded six blocks.
Yes, But

East Central won the first two sets and rallied from a five-point deficit in the fourth, but UAFS held off the comeback and took control late in the deciding set.

What's Next

The Lions travel to Northeastern State on Friday for a 5 p.m. match.

Bottom Line

UAFS showed resilience under pressure, turning a two-set hole into a road win with strong hitting and a decisive finish.